James Skinner
Alba,IN
Summary
1. Experienced Sanitation Lead offering 9+ years in the Food Industry. Good inspection, critical thinking and organizational skills.
2. Custodian adept at completing work efficiently and on time. Identifies and reports safety hazards and major repair needs to department supervisors.
3.Meticulous Sanitation professional skilled in operating lift trucks, maintaining inventory and completing basic repairs. Reads and interprets instructions, delegates work and monitors team performance. Experienced in safely handling chemicals and cleaning up hazardous materials spills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Mechanic
Meineke Auto Care Center
Hartford City, Indiana
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Improved vehicle performance by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of automotive issues.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
- Ensured customer trust by transparently discussing potential complications that may arise during the course of repairs.
- Worked closely with service advisors to provide accurate repair estimates, thoroughly explaining necessary work to customers.
- Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.
- Assisted less experienced mechanics in troubleshooting difficult problems, fostering teamwork across the shop floor.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to quickly identify issues, resulting in faster repair turnaround times for customers.
- Streamlined repair processes by maintaining an organized workspace and accurately tracking parts inventory.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
Auto Mechanic
Rich's Complete Auto Repair
Redkey, Indiana
04.2023 - 01.2026
- Improved vehicle performance by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of automotive issues.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
- Maintained detailed records of each repair performed, facilitating warranty claims processing when needed.
- Built strong relationships with customers through clear communication of repair needs and expected completion times.
- Protected company reputation by consistently following ethical practices when performing all job duties.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to quickly identify issues, resulting in faster repair turnaround times for customers.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
Sanitation Lead Crew B
Tyson Foods, Inc.
Portland, In
04.2015 - Current
- Stored chemicals in compliance with Tyson Foods regulations.
- Supervised and directed daily work of team of 12-24 sanitation personnel.
- Delegated assignments and verified work quality and completion according to facility and regulatory standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Completed Lock Out/Tag Out Training
- Completed Confined Space Training
- I know all the equipment and proper cleaning procedures based on Tyson Sanitation SOP's.
- Have a lot of Computer experience.
Graphic Designer
Kessler Team Sports
Richmond, In
03.2008 - 12.2015
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of design trends, ensuring modern and appealing creations.
Graphic Designer
Stallion Sportswear
Winchester, In
08.1997 - 11.2014
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Designed visually compelling graphics for team branding, promotional materials, and merchandise.
- Improved design workflows by implementing new software tools and processes for efficiency.
- Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
- Generated comprehensive style guides for clients, ensuring brand consistency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delta High School
Muncie, In05.1985
Skills
- Diagnostic Tools
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Mechanical Repairs
- Fluid exchanges
- Brake systems
- Vehicle inspections
- Drivability diagnostics
- Air conditioning
- Bearing replacement
- Tire rotation
- Suspension systems
- Cooling System
- Battery Services
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Road testing
- Engine oil changes
- Hand and power tools
- Alignments experience
Timeline
Auto Mechanic
Meineke Auto Care Center
02.2026 - 04.2026
Auto Mechanic
Rich's Complete Auto Repair
04.2023 - 01.2026
Sanitation Lead Crew B
Tyson Foods, Inc.
04.2015 - Current
Graphic Designer
Kessler Team Sports
03.2008 - 12.2015
Graphic Designer
Stallion Sportswear
08.1997 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Delta High School